Front Seat Mini Cooper One R50 Fabric / Leather Molette Left N/S Cloth Sport

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Seat Mini Cooper One R50 Fabric / Leather Molette Left N/S Cloth Sport is an original, used seat from the Seats and benches range, designed for the front left side. The sporty seat profile and Molette half-leather finish improve lateral support, ergonomics, and the aesthetics of the Mini interior while maintaining the car's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7136391-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7136391
• Substitutable numbers: 52107136391, 7136391
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50

The presented seat is designed as a front-row component for the driver's side. The construction is compatible with the factory mounting points in the Mini Cooper R50, which facilitates installation and ensures consistency with the original interior architecture. As a result, the seat is a functional solution both for replacing a damaged seat and for upgrading the cabin to a sportier feel.

Seat construction and sporty characteristics

The sporty profile of the seat provides more pronounced lateral support in the torso and thigh areas, which improves body stabilization during dynamic driving. The applied Molette half-leather finish combines a pleasant-to-touch surface with increased resistance to wear typical of driver seats. This configuration helps maintain an aesthetic interior appearance during daily use.

The clearly defined backrest and seat cushion promote a correct driving position, which translates into better vehicle control and greater comfort on longer trips. As an OEM component, the seat maintains the proper proportions and geometry tailored to the Mini cabin, without the need for any modifications to the body structure.

Application in interior tuning and restoration

The used Molette half-leather sport seat is suitable for both restoration projects and moderate interior tuning of the Mini Cooper R50. It can replace a worn or less contoured standard seat, improving the driver's ergonomics and giving the cabin a more dynamic character. It is a practical solution for users who want to refresh the interior without giving up the manufacturer's original solutions.

If you are interested in a broader context of cabin modernization using used parts, it is worth checking out the guide Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses, among other things, the selection of second-hand seats and steering wheels in terms of comfort, functionality, and cost-effectiveness.

Benefits of choosing an original Mini seat

Choosing an original sport seat for the Mini Cooper R50 allows you to maintain stylistic and technical consistency with other interior elements. Proper fitment to factory mounts reduces the risk of incorrect installation, and maintaining the correct seat position relative to the steering wheel and pedals promotes safe operation. A used component of this class is a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality, especially for cars where maintaining the original character is a priority.

If you want to better understand the arguments for using used components in a vehicle interior, the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know may be helpful, as it explains issues of quality, durability, and cost-effectiveness of such solutions.

Expanding the seating area in Mini

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, rear benches, or headrests, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.